Synonyms of recharge

recharge

verb

(ˌ)rē-ˈchärj 

1

as in to restore

to bring back to a former condition or vigor

that extended vacation completely recharged my interest in my job

Synonyms & Similar Words

• restore
• refresh
• revive
• recreate
• replenish
• renew
• regenerate
• renovate
• rejuvenate
• repair
• freshen
• revitalize
• redevelop
• revivify
• resuscitate
• refreshen
• refill
• refurbish
• reclaim
• redesign
• overhaul
• remodel
• recondition
• rehabilitate
• reconstitute
• resupply
• update
• reengineer
• rehab
• remake
• redo
• modernize
• make over

2

as in to revive

to bring back to life, practice, or activity

the collision has recharged efforts to make the warning mechanisms at railroad crossings idiotproof

Synonyms & Similar Words

• revive
• renew
• resurrect
• rejuvenate
• rekindle
• revitalize
• regenerate
• reanimate
• restart
• revivify
• resuscitate
• rewake
• rewaken
• reactivate
• jump-start
• kick-start
• refresh
• reinvent
• refreshen

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• kill
• suppress
• extinguish
• quench

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of recharge

Sleep is an important time for your brain and body to recharge and take care of themselves. — Michael R. Nadorff, The Conversation, 14 Sep. 2026

The battery is rated to last up to 3 hours per work cycle and requires around 4 hours to fully recharge. — John R. Delaney, PC Magazine, 10 Sep. 2026

Most people do not regularly recharge their plug-in hybrids, though, leaving them with a heavy battery to lug around adding nothing to propulsion, increasing emissions. — Adam Ismail, The Drive, 9 Sep. 2026

This gives them a much greater range, but those working on a large yard or outdoor space may need to recharge or consider keeping a spare battery on hand. — Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 7 Sep. 2026